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White History Month - rethinking Henry VIII, reparations and main character energy

Ep. 24

What do you know about white history? In this special episode of Over the Top, Under the Radar, Carys and Gary discuss the Slave Compensation Act of 1837, William Wilberforce, Viola Liuzzo, and Henry VIII. Plus: Are beige cords appropriate red carpet attire, and how many Tudor dramas are too many Tudor dramas?


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